At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth by identifying new markets and developing strategies for success.
- Company: Established UK textile manufacturer with a strong heritage and global reach.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, hybrid working, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with a focus on creativity and practical solutions.
- Why this job: Be a key player in a growing company focused on innovative technical textiles.
- Qualifications: Proven success in business development within the technical textile sector.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 48000 £ per year.
We have been retained by a highly established UK textile manufacturing business to recruit their new Business Development Manager. The company is based in the Midlands, this is a hybrid role with at least 1 day per week based onsite. You will join a well-established, privately owned textile manufacturer supplying customers worldwide from their UK base, they have a great heritage and strong manufacturing capability. Well known for high-quality fabrics, the business is focused on growth in the technical textile space. This is a pivotal role in their growth journey which offers future opportunities for the successful person.
What You’ll Get
- £50-60k negotiable DOE
- Performance-based bonus
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Company car or car allowance
- Company pension scheme
- Laptop and mobile phone provided
- Hybrid working (after probationary period) with a progression path to senior management / director level
About You
- You will have proven success in winning business in the technical textile sector
- You’ll be focused on sales, be highly driven with the will to win
- You’ll need an understanding of manufacturing and ideally some product development, as this isn’t a catalogue sell role
- Commercially curious, with a practical mindset for developing and extending product ranges
- As with most BDM roles, you will be self-motivated, naturally inquisitive and resilient under pressure
- We need an ideas person for this role, someone who can offer solutions to customers and new products to the business
- Experience in an SME environment is highly preferable
About The Job
- Identify new markets, routes to market, and opportunities for sustainable revenue growth
- Develop and deliver a growth strategy across the UK and Europe initially
- Work closely with manufacturing and technical teams to turn customer needs into commercial solutions
- Advise on future product development and investment priorities
- Manage opportunities from initial discussion through to commercial supply
- Take long-term ownership of new-business growth in the UK
Business Development Manager employer: Bowmay Consulting Ltd
Join a prestigious and privately owned textile manufacturer in the Midlands, renowned for its high-quality fabrics and strong heritage. As a Business Development Manager, you'll thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth, offering a clear progression path to senior management or director level. With competitive benefits including a performance-based bonus, hybrid working options, and a focus on innovation in the technical textile sector, this role presents a unique opportunity for driven individuals looking to make a significant impact.
